English to English Dictionary

Subsidize

To support financially, especially by means of a government grant or contribution.

Subsidy

A sum of money granted by the government or a public body to assist an industry or business so that the price of a commodity or service may remain low or competitive.

Subsist

To maintain oneself at a minimal level, especially with regard to food or money.

Subsistence

The state of having enough food or money for basic needs.

Substance

A particular kind of matter with uniform properties.

Substance Abuse

The overindulgence in or dependence on an addictive substance, especially alcohol or drugs.

Substance Misuse

The harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs.

Substandard

Below the usual or required standard.

Substantial

Of considerable importance, size, or worth; equivalent to a decent amount.

Substantive

A noun that denotes a thing or concept.

Substitutability

The quality of being able to be replaced or exchanged with something else.

Substitute

A person or thing that takes the place of another.